The Future of War : 9781117889559 : 11 Mar 2010 : The Shelf2Life Weapons and Warfare Collection is an intriguing set of pre-1923 materials focused on the art and science of weaponry and its use in wars. From the study of topography, field artillery weapons and types of projectiles to military strategies and tactics, these titles offer a behind-the-scenes look at the extensive preparations for battle. Significant attention is given to training, including photographs and descriptions of drill instruction, the study of fire discipline and detailed directions on cleaning and care of equipment, highlighting the meticulous precision and precautions soldiers practiced to prevent disastrous errors on the battlefield. The Weapons and Warfare Collection provides historians, researchers and militarists with a broader understanding of the intense preparation and training required to effectively utilize weaponry in the theater of war.